1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 DAF 600 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 28 L |
